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Vitamin B6 for Acne

It is known that the deficiency in Vitamin B and its derivatives apart from vitamin B5 causes acne. Among them Vitamin B6 is considered very important. Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is involved in more body functions than almost any other single nutrient. It is good not only for the physical but also the mental health. It is also necessary for the production of hydrochloric acid and the absorption of fats and protein. Pyridoxine also aids in maintaining sodium and potassium balance and promotes red blood cell formation. It is required by the nervous system for normal brain function, for the synthesis of RNA and DNA, which contain the genetic instructions for the reproduction of all cells and for normal cellular growth. It activates many enzymes and aids in the absorption of vitamin B12, in immune system function, and in antibody production

Apart from all the above stated properties Vitamin B6 is particularly helpful in cases of acne. In a study that involved adolescent girls who had menstruation difficulties, he noted reduced symptoms of acne by 50 - 75% by the use of vitamin B6. Vitamin B6 may help premenstrual or mid-cycle acne. This vitamin is essential for the proper metabolism of steroid hormones and can reduce the sensitivity of skin to the effects of testosterone which in turn helps the acne cycle.

Food Sources for Vitamin B6

  1. Ready-to-eat cereal
  2. Baked Potato
  3. Banana, raw
  4.  Garbanzo beans
  5.  Chicken breast,
  6.  Fortified Oatmeal
  7.  Pork loin
  8.  Roast beef
  9. Trout
  10.  Sunflower seeds
  11.  kernels
  12.  Spinach,
  13.  Tomato juice
  14.  Avocado
  15.  Salmon
  16.  Tuna
  17.  Wheat bran
  18. Peanut butter
  19.  Walnuts
  20.  Soybeans
  21.  Lima beans